History of Wynonna Judd in Timeline
Wynonna Judd is a celebrated American country music singer who achieved widespread fame as one half of the mother-daughter duo, The Judds, alongside her mother Naomi. The Judds dominated the country music scene in the 1980s, releasing seven albums and achieving 14 No. 1 hits out of 26 singles. Wynonna has also had a successful solo career, boasting 19 No. 1 singles. Her impact on country music is undeniable, making her one of the most recognized and awarded female artists in the genre's history.
May 30, 1964: Wynonna Judd's Birth
On May 30, 1964, Christina Claire Ciminella, who would later be known as Wynonna Judd, was born in Ashland, Kentucky.
1968: Family Move to Los Angeles
In 1968, Naomi Judd and Michael Ciminella moved with Wynonna and Ashley to Los Angeles.
1972: Divorce of Naomi Judd and Michael Ciminella
In 1972, Naomi Judd and Michael Ciminella divorced.
1976: Return to Kentucky
In 1976, Naomi Judd took Wynonna and Ashley back to Kentucky.
1979: Move to Nashville
In 1979, the family moved to Nashville, so Naomi and Wynonna could pursue musical careers.
1983: The Judds Sign with RCA Records
In 1983, Wynonna and Naomi Judd signed with RCA Records as the duo The Judds.
1991: Naomi Judd's Retirement and Wynonna's Solo Signing
In 1991, Naomi Judd retired due to chronic hepatitis C after a farewell tour, leading Wynonna to sign with MCA Records in association with Curb Records as a solo artist.
1991: The Judds Disband and Wynonna Starts Solo Career
In 1991, The Judds disbanded, leading Wynonna to embark on a solo career with Curb Records.
January 27, 1992: Solo Television Debut at American Music Awards
On January 27, 1992, Wynonna made her solo television debut at the American Music Awards and released "She Is His Only Need", the first single from her self-titled solo debut album.
1993: Release of 'Tell Me Why' Album
In 1993, Wynonna released her second album, Tell Me Why, which achieved platinum status and produced five consecutive Top Ten hits on the country charts.
1994: Appearance on Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Album
In 1994, Wynonna appeared on the Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute album Skynyrd Frynds, covering the band's song "Free Bird".
1995: Absence from Country Charts
In 1995, Wynonna was absent from the country charts for the entire year.
1996: Marriage and Release of 'Revelations'
In 1996, Wynonna married Arch Kelly and released her third album, Revelations.
1996: "To Be Loved by You" Reaches Number One
In 1996, Wynonna's song "To Be Loved by You" hit number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking her fourth number one and top-ten hit.
1997: Release of 'The Other Side'
In 1997, Wynonna released her fourth and final album for MCA, The Other Side, which featured a blues and rock sound.
1999: New Year's Eve Concert Reunion
In 1999, Wynonna reunited with her mother for a New Year's Eve concert to ring in the year 2000, sponsored by K-Mart.
1999: Tour Reunion with Mother and New Album Release
In 1999, Wynonna reunited with her mother for a tour beginning on New Year's Eve and released her fifth solo album, New Day Dawning, which included a four-song bonus disc entitled Big Bang Boogie composed of four new Judds songs.
August 2000: Death of Wynonna Judd's Biological Father
In August 2000, Charles Jordan, Wynonna Judd's biological father, passed away.
2000: Full-Fledged Tour and New Judds Songs
In 2000, Wynonna and Naomi embarked on a full-fledged tour together, and four new Judds songs were released on an exclusive bonus disc with Wynonna's album, New Day Dawning.
August 2003: Release of 'What the World Needs Now Is Love'
In August 2003, Wynonna released her sixth studio album, What the World Needs Now Is Love, on Curb Records.
2005: Dance Chart Success with "I Want to Know What Love Is"
In 2005, Wynonna had success on the Hot Dance Airplay charts with her cover of Foreigner's "I Want to Know What Love Is".
2005: Release of Live Album, Autobiography, and Christmas Album
In 2005, Wynonna released a live CD/DVD package called Her Story: Scenes from a Lifetime, her autobiography, Coming Home to Myself, and her first solo Christmas album called A Classic Christmas.
2008: Duet with Elvis Presley
In 2008, Wynonna sang an overdubbed duet with Elvis Presley on the RCA album Christmas Duets.
February 3, 2009: Release of 'Sing: Chapter 1'
On February 3, 2009, Wynonna released her first studio album in six years, Sing: Chapter 1, on Curb Records.
May 9, 2009: Release of Dance Remix EP
On May 9, 2009, Wynonna released a seven-song EP containing dance remixes of the title track from Sing: Chapter 1.
September 14, 2010: Appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show
On September 14, 2010, The Judds appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show where Wynonna discussed her weight loss and return to the stage.
October 4, 2010: Release of 'I Will Stand By You' Single
On October 4, 2010, The Judds released their new single "I Will Stand By You".
2010: "The Last Encore" Tour
In 2010, The Judds reunited for "The Last Encore", an 18-city tour.
April 5, 2011: Release of 'I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection'
On April 5, 2011, Curb Records released a new album from the Judds, I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection, which featured two new songs and twelve of the duo's hits.
May 2011: Release of 'Love It Out Loud' Single
In May 2011, Wynonna released a new single, "Love It Out Loud".
November 27, 2011: Debut of Wynonna & the Big Noise
On November 27, 2011, Wynonna debuted her new band "Wynonna & the Big Noise" in Nashville.
2011: Release of 'I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection'
In 2011, "I Will Stand By You" was released as the title track to the Judd's Greatest Hits collection, I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection.
2012: Life-Changing Events
In 2012, Wynonna and her husband/drummer Cactus Moser experienced life-changing events.
March 2013: Release of 'Something You Can't Live Without'
In March 2013 Wynonna released "Something You Can't Live Without", the first single off her forthcoming full-length album.
February 12, 2016: Release of 'Wynonna & the Big Noise' and 'Cool Ya''
On February 12, 2016, Wynonna released the album 'Wynonna & the Big Noise', followed by the release of the single "Cool Ya'".
October 2020: Release of Recollections EP
In October 2020, Wynonna released a new extended play titled ‘Recollections’ via Anti Records
2020: Release of 'Recollections'
In 2020, Wynonna released the album titled Recollections.
April 30, 2022: Naomi Judd's Death
On April 30, 2022, Naomi Judd died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after suffering from depression and mental illness for years.
2022: Induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame
In 2022, Wynonna was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as a member of The Judds.
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